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SDF → EWR
Which side of the plane to sit from Louisville International Standiford Field (Louisville) to Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering the best possibility of a spectacular aerial view of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River during the final descent into Newark, especially when landing on Runways 22L/R.
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Ohio River Valley
Immediately after departure from SDF, enjoy views of the winding Ohio River separating Kentucky and Indiana.
Appalachian Ridge-and-Valley
Witness the unique 'corrugated' landscape of central Pennsylvania, characterized by long, parallel mountain ridges.
Susquehanna River
A major crossing over one of the oldest existing river systems in the world near Harrisburg.
Pocono Mountains
Dense forested plateaus and lakes of Northeast Pennsylvania visible as the aircraft begins its initial descent.
Manhattan Skyline
On the standard 'Stadium Visual' approach, the entire New York City skyline, including One World Trade Center and Central Park, appears out the window.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly front-lit views of the Appalachian ridges and the NYC skyline. Keep your camera ready as soon as you cross the Delaware River.
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Bluegrass Region
Look south to see the rolling horse farms and lush pastures of central Kentucky shortly after takeoff.
West Virginia Highlands
The most rugged and highest peaks of the Allegheny Mountains offer dramatic shadows during late afternoon flights.
Philadelphia Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of downtown Philadelphia are visible in the distance to the southeast.
Port Newark-Elizabeth
A fascinating bird's-eye view of one of the world's busiest container ports and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge during final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. While you might miss the direct NYC skyline view on some approach patterns, you will get a fantastic look at the industrial heart of the East Coast and the Atlantic coastline in the distance.
Book Hotels in NewarkDistance: 1,031 km (641 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: SDF (38.1744, -85.736)
Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Route Type: Domestic
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